Burke Museum

The Burke Museum is dedicated to creating a better understanding of the world and our place in it. The museum is responsible for Washington State collections of natural history and cultural heritage, and for sharing the knowledge that makes them meaningful. The Burke welcomes a broad and diverse ... Read more

The Burke Museum is dedicated to creating a better understanding of the world and our place in it. The museum is responsible for Washington State collections of natural history and cultural heritage, and for sharing the knowledge that makes them meaningful. The Burke welcomes a broad and diverse audience and provides a community gathering place that nurtures life-long learning and encourages respect, responsibility, and reflection.

The Burke Museum will be recognized as the premier natural and cultural heritage resource in the Pacific Northwest. It will be renowned for its authoritative and relevant information, its timely and responsive educational programs, and its commitment to community efforts to preserve, appreciate, and cultivate responsibility for the world around us.